Students wishing to discuss Career Exploration course offerings, volunteer opportunities or dual credit programs should make an appointment in the Career Centre.
UP COMING EVENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
WEX – If you have already signed up for WEX and have worked over the summer, please stop in at the Career Centre.
New to WEX, if you have a job or volunteer outside school, please stop in at the Career Centre to sign up for WEX to earn high school credits.
Student’s in the trades, this information will assist you in your employment quest as a first-year trade apprentice.
The biggest hurdle students have after choosing a career is finding employment. More specifically, with trades apprenticeship, finding a willing employer sponsor for their first year of apprenticeship is a challenge. Many employers are reluctant to hire apprentices due to costs which makes finding a willing employer a difficult and the slow one.
There is funding available to the employer if a student is hired. The Federal government funded program takes away many of employer excuses by providing financial incentives to offset the cost of training. Students aware of this program can not only sell themselves but show the enhanced return on the company’s investment.
This program is provided by the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC), funded by the Government of Canada, covering 22 federally recognized construction and manufacturing trades.
for more information on the program refer to:
or
www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/05/backgrounder-apprenticeship-service
DUAL CREDIT
Start your post-secondary education early and TUITION FREE! This unique partnership with SD79 and Vancouver Island University or Camosun College enables high school students to earn both high school and post-secondary credits.
Check out the Career Website: https://www.careersandtransitions.ca/ Students can now show interest in our programs on the website and an email will then go to FKSS careers secretary who will contact the student to book an appointment. Students are also welcomed to stop in at the Career Centre anytime.
Sd79 is offering the following dual credit courses in January 2024. Please go to Career Centre to apply.
VIU
Attention Grade 11 and 12 students, seats are available for VIU ECE 130 – Principles and Practices of Wellness at the VIU Cowichan Campus, starting February 2024, Wednesdays from 4-7pm. If you are planning on attending VIU after graduation this is a good opportunity to have a course paid for and credits towards your degree. Please stop in the FKSS Career Centre to find out more.
DUAL CREDIT – CURRENT GRADE 11’S – APPLY NOW!
Interested in the following Trade and Certificate Programs, stop in Career Centre to find out more, or visit https://www.careersandtransitions.ca/dual-credit/
· Automotive
· Baker
· Carpentry
· Cook
· Culinary
· Electrical
· Fine Furniture & Joinery
· Hairstyling
· Heavy Mechanical
· Horticulture
· Plumbing & Pipe Fitting
· Refrigeration & Airconditioning (RACM)
· Roadbuilder & Heavy Construction Equipment
· Sheet Metal
· Welding
· Legal Office Assistant Certificate
· Medical Office Assistant Certificate
· Office Administration Certificate
· Business Administration Certificate
· Health Care Assistant
· Dental Assistant
· Education Assistant Community Support
· Early Childhood Education and Care
CURRENT GRADE 12’S – APPLY NOW!
ECE 130
Early Childhood Educator VIU Course
Feb 14-May 22 on Wednesday nights 4-7 pm
ECE 130 is a 1st year VIU transferable course
Pick up an application in the Career Centre
GRADE 9, 10, 11’S – APPLY NOW!
TASK 2024-2025 School Year
Trades Awareness, Skills & Knowledge (TASK)
If you’re interested in a career in trades, TASK will help you make an informed decision about which trade would be the best fit for you.
POST SECONDARY
Final chance to apply to post-secondary programs for September 2024 intake; many PSIs have Jan-Feb deadlines! If you need help with your application process, please stop in at the FKSS Career Centre.
THE EVENTS PAGE FOR UPCOMING INFO SESSIONS & OTHER VIRTUAL EVENTS
UP COMING
Application process
Applications for fall entry typically become available in early September each year. The UVic application for September 2024 entry is available online now at uvic.ca/apply via EducationPlanner BC and the deadline to apply is January 31, 2024. More information on the application process can be found on the How to Apply section of our undergraduate admission website.
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ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
ACHIEVE ANYTHING FOUNDATION
from shop floor to top floor.
Female students 14 years or older, including adults!
Detailed program descriptions are on the foundation website.OPPORTUNITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE – APPLY NOW!
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER PROGRAMS
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LIFE AFTER SCHOOL
Why study Abroad ?
~It will change your life ~
7 reasons to go abroad after school
How do you get started ?
click here
Do you want to work and travel ?
Check out International Experiences Canada ,
A Canadian government website to help you navigate the complexities involved in working overseas.
Is a GAP year right for you ? Maybe ? read these reasons why
Study and go abroad – travel * work * volunteer
SWAP Working Holidays – work * volunteer * teach * intern Global Citizens AIESEC – volunteer * internship program Eco South Africa – GAP year / Volunteer program |
Canadian Gap Association
Careers and Transitions – SD61 information site Talent Egg – Job exploration site Career Trek – Work BC exploration |
We know you lead busy lives – pick 30 minutes
(15 on 2x playback) that works for you.
GAP YEARS 101: JUST THE BASICS Examine the risks & benefits of taking a gap year Share how gap years impact your university/college/workforce prospects Define the key components to planning and executing a purposeful gap year Connect you with exceptional gap year programs and experiences Leave you with tips, tricks and tools for maximizing your gap year experience. |
EXPLORE, DREAM & DESIGN YOUR GAP YEAR Discuss common fears around taking a gap year and how to break through them (so you don’t end up spending a year sleeping in) Consider what makes you feel alive and how you might want to be different after this year before you start planning Share our secret strategy for how to flexibly plan during the pandemic Explore ways to carve your own path, find opportunities, and network so you’re workforce ready …and much more |